The Lagos State Government has invited the Department of State Services (DSS) to initiate an independent investigation into the sudden death of the emerging artist Mohbad, whose real name was Ilerioluwa Oladimeji Aloba.
Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu made this announcement via a tweet on Wednesday, expressing his awareness of the mysterious passing of the singer.
The move is coming amid public outrage and accusing fingers being pointed at Mohabad’s former music label boss, Naira Marley, and former label mates.
He mentioned that efforts have been underway, in collaboration with relevant authorities, to closely monitor the ongoing investigations.
The governor urged the DSS to ensure that anyone found to have played a role, no matter how minor, in any circumstances leading to Mohbad’s death, faces legal consequences following a thorough investigation.
“…in order to boost the investigations, I have invited the Department of State Services (DSS) to join the investigation and widen the dragnet with inter-agency collaboration and use of best in class technology to unearth the truth.
“I hereby plead with all those who may have vital information that may assist the investigation process to avail the investigating team with such. I have also appealed to the investigating team to guarantee the confidentiality and protection of all witnesses who may come forward with vital information or indicative evidence that may assist the process,” said Sanwo-Olu.
Governor Sanwo-Olu further pleaded to anyone with relevant information that could aid the investigation to come forward and provide their assistance, promising to ensure the confidentiality and protection of all witnesses who offer vital information or evidence.
